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Tie Rod Assembly Note

  1. Install the SST to the torque wrench as shown in the figure, set it on the tie rod, and measure dimensions A and L shown in the figure.
    Fig 1: Installing SST To Torque Wrench
    G11278890Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  2. Tighten the tie rod after calculating the tightening torque using the following formula.
    Fig 2: Tightening Tie Rod
    G11438037Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

    Tightening torque 

    69-98 N.m {7.1-9.9 kgf.m, 51-72 ft.lbf}

    Calculation formula 

    Tx(L/A)

    T:Tightening torque (69-98 N.m {7.1-9.9 kgf.m, 51-72 ft.lbf})

    L:Torque wrench effective length

    A:Length from center of tie rod to grip